Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

OATES CLOSE, BR2 0WA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OATES CLOSE, BR2 0WA.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 67,000 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BR2 0WA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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10/10
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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BR2 0WA's low deprivation rank, 65% ownership, and £1.4M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.4M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BR2 0WA is a sought-after residential area on Oates Close, 0.7km from Shortlands in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Shortlands & Park Langley ward and the Beckenham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BR2, BR2 0WA offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 65% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.4M. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BR2 0WA are sourced from Output Area E00003459 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR2 0WA. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British74.9%
Asian / British Asian9.7%
Black / African / Caribbean5.4%
Other / Mixed10.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,425,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,425,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BR2 0WA has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime20
Burglary16
Anti-social behaviour14
Violence and sexual offences14
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Harris Primary Academy Shortlands

Outstanding363 pupils0.6 km
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Clare House Primary School

Outstanding426 pupils0.6 km
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Highfield Infants' School

Outstanding269 pupils0.9 km
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Highfield Junior School

Good363 pupils0.9 km
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Valley Primary School

Good433 pupils1.2 km
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St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Good397 pupils1.4 km
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Harris Primary Academy Beckenham

Outstanding404 pupils1.4 km
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Harris Academy Beckenham

Outstanding1135 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Refreshers0.9 km
  • Aswi Newsagents0.7 km
  • Simply Local0.8 km
  • Beckenham Off Licence1.0 km
  • Sponge Kitchens0.8 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Shortlands Tavern0.8 km
  • Park Langley Tennis Club0.9 km
  • Shortlands Golf Club0.9 km
  • The Chancery1.0 km
  • South Hill Wood Bowling Club1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Shortlands Tandoori0.9 km
  • Fu Do0.8 km
  • Peking1.0 km
  • The Village Fish And Chips0.8 km
  • Burger Guys/Wings & Tings/Food Hub/Seoul Chicken/PapiTaco1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Daisy Grey - Beckenham0.8 km
  • Parc Franglaises0.8 km
  • In2 Papadam0.9 km
  • Lillys Kitchen1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shortlands0.8 km
  • Ravensbourne1.3 km
  • Bromley South1.7 km